yachting

noun

yacht·​ing ˈyä-tiŋ How to pronounce yachting (audio)
Synonyms of yachtingnext
: the action, fact, or pastime of racing or cruising in a yacht

Examples of yachting in a Sentence

We went yachting over the weekend.
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Douglas Elliman is diving into yachting. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026 Capasecca Yacht Another bespoke yachting experience, Capasecca — featuring four cabins that sleep up to eight guests — sails the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia and Procida, backed by a family with generations of seafaring heritage. Elycia Rubin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026 Golf, tennis, yachting, charity galas, vintage cars, and polo Sundays out west remain part of life here. Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 14 Mar. 2026 Not only is the date spot on in terms of peak yachting season on the continent, but the path of totality’s course across parts of Greenland and Spain make superyachts an ideal viewing platform to watch it. Chrissie McClatchie, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for yachting

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of yachting was in 1836

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“Yachting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/yachting. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

yachting

noun
yacht·​ing
: the sport of racing or cruising in a yacht

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